Travel Insurance Underwriting VP - EATONTOWN, New Jersey, United States

Crum & Forster Company Overview · About Crum & Forster Accident & Health · Since 2000, Crum & Forster's Accident & Health division (A&H) has offered a diverse portfolio of specialty insurance and reinsurance products nationwide. We place a strong focus on product development and ...

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Crum & Forster Company Overview

About Crum & Forster Accident & Health

Since 2000, Crum & Forster's Accident & Health division (A&H) has offered a diverse portfolio of specialty insurance and reinsurance products nationwide. We place a strong focus on product development and creative distribution methods, along with excellent client service and support.

In addition to our robust domestic portfolio, which spans both special risk and medical solutions, A&H works on an international basis through various partnerships. Our global capabilities provide our partners with even broader flexibility in underwriting solutions.

The qualities and capabilities of Crum & Forster Accident & Health demonstrate our philosophy of building meaningful, long-term partnerships and our dedication to providing alternative strategies in an ever-changing insurance market.

The A&H Specialty Business Unit takes a forward-thinking, flexible approach to solutions that span a robust slate of products tailored to needs in Special Risk, International Travel Medical, retail and wholesale Travel, as well as Occupational and Alternative Risk.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic professional to join our Specialty Business Unit.  This position will be either AVP or VP level depending on level of experience and other factors.  This role is designed for someone experienced in Travel, who will drive strategy, profitability, and innovation.  You will be empowered to shape the future of travel insurance at C&F, mentor and develop talent, and represent our organization as an industry leader.

This role will be responsible for review and analysis of underwriting data to build and maintain a profitable book of business within the A&H SBU team.  They will directly manage new and existing partner relationships through continued customer service and marketing activities.  This position is also responsible for transactions as well as strategic leadership in the areas of product development, underwriting and governance, rating/pricing, distribution, fulfillment and portfolio financial performance.

Job Description

VP of A&H Travel Underwriting - Hybrid role in NJ/CT

What you will do:

• Expand and advance C&F's market presence as a leading travel insurance organization
• Build, manage, and maintain a profitable book of travel insurance business
• Develop and execute strategic plans in partnership with senior leadership
• Provide technical expertise and market intelligence to internal teams
• Foster and grow relationships with partners, agents, and producers
• Generate new business and retain renewals, leveraging deep market awareness
• Administer and monitor underwriting rules, guidelines, and compliance
• Represent C&F at industry events, public meetings, and client functions
• Lead product development and refinement, including pricing and rating methodologies
• Mentor and develop underwriters and team members, driving performance excellence
• Guide team members in their career progression and personal growth
• Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Participate in P&L management and process efficiency initiatives
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and resource optimization
• Conduct underwriting due diligence, onboarding, and audits
• Drive training, initiatives, and special projects
• Other duties as assigned

What You will bring to C&F:

• Extensive experience in the travel insurance industry, with strong underwriting acumen
• Strategic planning, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to lead a travel program
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• In-depth product and market knowledge, including exposure analysis, forms, coverage, and rating principles
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Industry designations and reinsurance experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree and significant relevant experience (8+ years)
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel as needed (15-20%)

What C&F will bring to you

• Competitive compensation package
• Generous 401K employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our programs are focused on your whole family's wellness, including your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
• A core C&F tenet is owning your career development, so we provide a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry-related certifications and professional training to keep you progressing on your chosen path
• A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment
• We believe you do well by doing good and want to encourage a spirit of social and community responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee-driven corporate giving program that lets you participate and support your community

At C&F you will BELONG:

If you require special accommodations, please let us know. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you require special accommodations, please let us know. Belonging at C&F, is a mindset. It's about fostering a culture of inclusion and connection, where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive and where our social impact efforts help strengthen the communities where we live and work.

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Crum & Forster is committed to ensuring a workplace free from discriminatory pay disparities and complying with applicable pay equity laws.  Salary ranges are available for all positions at this location, taking into account roles with a comparable level of responsibility and impact in the relevant labor market and these salary ranges are regularly reviewed and adjusted in accordance with prevailing market conditions. The annualized base pay for the advertised position, located in the specified area, ranges from a minimum of $128,300.00 to a maximum of $245, The actual compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the market pay for the jobs at each level, the responsibilities and skills required for each job, and the employee's contribution (performance) in that role. To be considered within market range, a salary is at or above the minimum of the range. You may also have the opportunity to participate in discretionary equity (stock) based compensation and/or performance-based variable pay programs.

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